How To Fix PU653 - Destination for system &1, client &2 does not exist or does not work

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PU - Upgrade and Transport Log Messages

• Message number: 653

• Message text: Destination for system &1, client &2 does not exist or does not work

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PU653 - Destination for system &1, client &2 does not exist or does not work ?

  The SAP error message PU653 indicates that there is an issue with the destination configuration for a specific system and client. This error typically arises when the system is unable to connect to the specified target system due to misconfiguration or connectivity issues.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The destination for the specified system and client may not be correctly configured in the SAP system.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems preventing access to the target system.
  System Unavailability: The target system may be down or not running.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the target system.
  Incorrect Client: The client number specified may not exist in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations).
  Verify that the destination for the specified system and client exists and is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the connection type is appropriate (e.g., TCP/IP, HTTP, etc.).
  
  
  
  Test Connection:
  
  In SM59, select the destination and use the "Connection Test" option to check if the connection is working.
  If the test fails, check the configuration settings, such as the target host, service, and any required logon credentials.
  
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues preventing access to the target system.
  Use tools like ping or telnet to verify connectivity to the target host.
  
  
  
  Check System Status:
  
  Ensure that the target system is up and running.
  Check if the system is in maintenance mode or has been shut down.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the target system and client.
  
  
  
  Verify Client Number:
  
  Confirm that the client number specified in the destination is valid and exists in the target system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: Manage RFC Destinations
  SU53: Check authorization issues
  ST22: Analyze dumps (if applicable)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring RFC destinations and troubleshooting connectivity issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the error message PU653.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the PU653 error message in your SAP system.